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Wine Country Estate in the Heart of the Finger Lakes *Ithaca College Graduation

About the property

One of the most distinctive historic properties in the Finger Lakes, the former White Gazebo Inn B&B, is now open for weekly vacation rentals!

The White Gazebo property is home to an original Victorian gazebo built in 1852, as well as a picturesque period barn, sprawling pastures, and quiet woodland privacy. The regal, historic home includes three/four bedrooms, two and a half bathrooms. Private terrace and patio for gathering, picnicing and barbequing, and extensive grounds for walking, or just sitting and sipping wine and enjoying the bounty of the Finger Lakes, or for doing just about anything. Just dream!

The main house is a charming, cozy home with a recent addition for more space and key amenities- a Master Bedroom suite, a cozy family room, a breakfast nook, and a utilities room with a full laundry. The second floor has two bedrooms and a shared bathroom with windows facing the historic gazebo. Large closets. The home comes furnished with sheets, towels and pillows.

Outside- the grounds provide a peaceful relaxing setting. If the Lakes are not keeping you cool enough, an inground pool is here for your swimming enjoyment (Closes second week of September so you can enjoy that last swim over Labor Day weekend).Tables, lawnchairs and gas BBQ grill are at your fingertips.

The main house and cottage may be rented together; rates shown here are for the main house and grounds use only. However, the cottage may be rented at a sharp discount along with the main house, as we truly wish for our guests to enjoy the full intimacy the property offers- it is its true hallmark. Even if you don't need to sleep two more people, the cottage is useful as a poolhouse changing room, or for lawn picnic/event kitchenette convenience.

Minimum stays may be negotiable depending on booking calendar; please call to inquire.

If the cottage is NOT rented with the main house, guests should be aware that it is possible that the pool area may be shared with cottage guests; driveway and parking do not need to be shared, however, as the cottage has private driveway access.

Please call for seasonal weekly rates on the cottage. It is not generally rented by the night, or for less than three days. Available during summer months only.

Special requests for reunions, events, weddings, or receptions on the grounds are negotiable with a full property rental fee (House plus cottage). Call for details.

July Grassroots Festival we ask that no additional tents or campers be brought to the grounds.

Owner

Christine R Swift

Member Since 2013

Response rate:

100%

Response time:

within a few hours

Speaks:

English

Calendar last updated:

May 22, 2018

About Christine R Swift

I welcome you to my childhood home!... where growing up in one of the best small towns in the country, Trumansburg, provided me fond, lasting memories.
And as you can see, I always took great pride in taking care of the family property- that's me keeping the Gazebo spotless oh so many years ago... Even then, I always knew there was no place like home. Experience our home for yourself and you will agree.

Christine R Swift purchased this Estate in 2013

Why Christine R Swift chose Trumansburg

For years, my parents welcomed guests from all over the world into our home as the White Gazebo Inn Bed and Breakfast.
We hosted parents and students from Cornell and Ithaca colleges. Grassroots music fans, international scholars and wine enthusiasts all which enjoyed the welcoming sight of the White Gazebo as you drove into Trumansburg.
Growing up here I have fond memories of the many family gatherings of picnics under the trees to celebrating a family wedding in the gazebo. The White Gazebo is serene, private, and convenient to many of the major attractions of the Finger lakes.
We will help you navigate your way to them with pleasure! After all, we now live elsewhere, and could vacation anywhere, but we choose to come back year after year and spend our precious vacations in the Finger Lakes. You should, too!

What makes this Estate unique

Why you will LOVE the Finger Lakes... (And why the White Gazebo is the perfect base for enjoying all the best the region has to offer...
THE WINERIES: (Of Course...)
The White Gazebo is uniquely situated for you to enjoy easy access to both the Cayuga Lake and the Seneca lake wine trails:
The Cayuga Lake wine trail starts one mile from here, and wineries such as Americana (2 miles away) are now places to gather and relax, and enjoy both cuisine and entertainment as well as the fruits of the vine. Seneca lake wineries such as Hazlitt's and Wagner have become popular gathering places for Friday night music on the Terrace and other special events, and are only 10-15 minutes away from the White Gazebo. THE OUTDOORS:
With Taughannock Falls park just one mile away and its miles of hiking trails, lake access, fishing and boating options, there is no end to the outdoor activities you can pursue right here. Additionally, the proximity of the Finger Lakes National Forest to the White Gazebo opens even more possibilities for hiking, fishing, and more. Even Lake access to Seneca is only 15 minutes away! There's Montezuma N.W.R, etc. We love to kayak, bike, and fish, too, and can help you find your way to the activities you desire!
THE REGIONAL FOOD REVOLUTION:
This region is the site of the most dynamic natural, organic and local food revolution anywhere. We can get your started with how you can enjoy the farm market scene, local producers, and soon you'll be out on the grill, cooking up anything you can imagine, all produced and raised within miles of Trumansburg! MUSIC, CULTURE, CRAFT FAIRS AND OTHER EVENTS:
All within easy range of the Gazebo!:
The Grassroots Festival; Ithaca Highland Games; Watkins Glen Italian Fest; Hammondsport Craft Fair.. THE MUSEUMS AND REGIONAL HISTORY:
With the Museum of the Earth just 5 miles away, and the Musuems of Ithaca (ScienceCenter, Johnson Art Museum) only a few minutes further, there's plenty to do even on rainy days!

The 'Parlour Bedroom'': 1 double, 1 twin/ single, The Parlour Room can be setup as requested, up to a full bed

Jenny Lind Room

1 double, 2 twin/ single, 1 child bed, One of the singles can be converted to a full bed on request

Bathrooms

2 Bathrooms, 1 Half Bath

Master Bath

toilet, tub, shower, Large 12X12 bath with oversize step in shower is private

Upstairs Bath

toilet, combination tub/shower, Upstairs bath with lots of storage for two upstairs rooms

1st Floor Half Bath- Just off the family room..

toilet, Convenient for first floor/outside use; makes master private

Master Bath is a wonderfully large, like-new addition to the Master suite, with a spacious walk-in enlarged shower and separate oversize tub.
With the first floor half-bath available for others, the master bath is fully private for the master suite!
The half bath is conveniently accessible for the entire first floor, as well as outside via the laundry room.

Location Type

Rural

Village

The Iconic White Gazebo property welcomes you as you come into the quaint village of Trumansburg from the south; tucked away on six private, park- like acres.

Theme

Family

Away From It All

Historic

Sports & Activities

Tourist Attractions

Meals

Guests provide their own meals

General

Fireplace

Use in the winter months only

Telephone

House phone available for local calls only.

Heating

Linens Provided

Washing Machine

Clothes Dryer

Air Conditioning

Central air conditioning in the main rooms and dining rooms. Upstairs rooms have window A/C

Parking

Internet

Hi speed cable internet; Wi-Fi in main house and patio

Towels Provided

Iron & Board

Hair Dryer

Living Room

Two living rooms: The Mark Twain room is a bright formal sitting area for sipping wine and reading. The family room is the television and comfy family room.

Kitchen

Dishwasher

Refrigerator

Stove

Oven

Microwave

Coffee Maker

Coffee Maker and Keurig Coffee Maker available

Toaster

Pantry Items

Dishes & Utensils

Kitchen

Full Kitchen with Gas Cook-Top, convection oven, and island with sink opening to the breakfast nook. Keurig Coffee Maker-please bring your own coffee.

Entertainment

Outside

Enjoy over 6 acres of gardens and wooded views for strolling. Large flat lawn area for large groups or picnics. Suitable for rental tent.

Kayak / Canoe

Rentals are available 1 mile away at State Park, no transporting required, and in Ithaca.

Outdoor Grill

New summer 2017-Large six burner grill and gas provided on the patio.

Deck / Patio

Patio area seats 10-12, larger dining tables to be set up upon request.

Lanai / Gazebo

Gazebo is a charming, old fashioned sitting area, for enjoying wine or a tea, with the tea cart we provide. Table set up for dinner for two /four.

Tennis

Public courts are right across the street.

Suitability

wheelchair inaccessible

Pool / Spa

Private Pool

20 by 40 pool, 10 ft/deep end. Pool is private if house is rented with cottage. If cottage is not rented w/house, pool may be shared. Note: Pool subject to conditional clause. Pool opens June 1 2017.

Attractions

churches

cinemas

library

museums

playground

live theater

restaurants

winery tours

health/beauty spa

Leisure Activities

walking

horseback riding

antiquing

outlet shopping

sight seeing

sledding

scenic drives

boating

shopping

wildlife viewing

Local Services & Businesses

ATM/bank

fitness center

groceries

hospital

laundromat

massage therapist

medical services

Sports & Adventure Activities

freshwater fishing

swimming

sailing

cycling

fishing

golf

tennis

hiking

ice skating

basketball court

cross country skiing

kayaking

Notes

We offer a complimentary New York State Park entry pass. This will allow for free entry fees into the parks while you are staying with us. Taughannock Falls State park is two miles away and offers kayak and canoe rentals, along with hiking trails. They also offer a summer concert series Saturday evenings.
Our property is unavailable for Cornell Graduation 2018 and Grassroots 2018.
Ithaca College 2018 Graduation weekend is AVAILABLE as of December 23,, 2017!

House Rules

Check-in: 4:00 PM

Check-out: 10:00 AM

Cancellation Policy

100% refund if canceled at least 60 days before arrival date. You must contact the owner directly to request cancellation.

20 Reviews

Wonderful4.8/5

Latest reviews

1 - 6 of 20

Beautiful property with pool - walk to restaurants, live music and shopping in Trumansburg

5/5

Stayed Aug 2016

Laure T.

Our group was made up of 4 adults and 3 children aged 8,9 and 14 coming from Canada and France.

Arrival was super easy - Christine provided key less entry code which gives you and your group the flexibility of arriving at time convenient to you. During the stay, it also made it easy to have people do what they wanted without worrying of who would have the key and time meeting back at the house. Christine called us to check everything was ok.

The pictures on the website are a true representation of the house - the terasse / covered patio sat our group of 7 very easily and it was a godsend the nights were we had rain. We could still enjoy dinner outside. The kitchen is small and a bit dark (no windows) but very functional - you have everything you need to cook meals for a large family/group - bbq, pizza, there is even a s'mores maker and a ice cream maker - plenty to bake as well - not that we had time to.

Conveniently there is a grocery store and a wine store less than 5 minutes by car. There is a gas station within walking distance if your forgot milk. You can walk to Trumansburg to restaurants. Ithaca is 20 minutes away by car. There is a school across the street with tennis courts, basket. All courts and a large play ground for kids.

We kept busy for the all week between swimming in the pool to start or end the day and exploring this wonderful region. We hiked the trail to Taughannock falls state parks - 1.6 miles there and back. Then we hiked Robert Treman state park with Lucifer falls. We enjoyed dinners at little Venice in Trumansburg - they will take you gladly for dinner until 10pm. We enjoyed live music at the Rongovian Ambassy. We visited Ithaca, Cornell university. We had lunch at dano's Heuriger on Seneca and tasted local wines from Ravine's, Damiani's, Wagner, Standing stone's vineyards. We even enjoyed the local fair held in Trumansburg at the end of August. One our last day, part of our groups visited Watkings Glen state park while we had to sadly head back to Toronto.

We will be back to the finger lakes area and based on group size would likely stay at Christine's house again. It is central and within short distance from everything. A perfect location to visit and enjoy what the finger lakes have to offer. I can't believe we live so close (less than 5 hrs) and had never visited.

Thank you Christine for your wonderful hospitality and sharing your beautiful property with us. We enjoyed it tremendously. The Delivuk & Perez families.

Submitted Aug 27, 2016

Wonderful vacation spot!

5/5

Stayed Aug 2017

jessica h.

My husband and I spent a week at the White Gazebo Inn joined for most of the time by our daughters, son-in law and granddaughters. The house, pool and grounds were all lovely and spacious, and Christine & Chris provided everything we needed as well as leaving detailed instructions for everything in the house. Location of the property was also excellent with easy access to the lake, hiking, food shopping,wineries etc. Thank you Christine and Chris and we hope to return in the not-too-distant future!

Submitted Aug 23, 2017

This is a wonderful, quiet, gem.

5/5

Stayed Jul 2017

Eric A.

Christine is wonderful, honest and reasonable. She was incredibly accommodating, and her check-in liaison (Terry) was a joy! The property is quiet and spacious, a glorious respite! The pool alone is worth the price of admission. Glorious and historic, yet modern enough to fulfill everyone's needs. Easily handled our group of 10 (including the pool house) without any sense of crowding...and the sweet covered patio, with grand tables and a grill centered our meals and social activities. Walking the edges of the property is so quietly comforting. All ten of us wish we were there right now! Thank you so much Christine.

Submitted Aug 04, 2017

Exceeded expectations!!!!!

5/5

Stayed May 2017

Jeffrey P.

I was concerned about staying in an older property but was pleasantly surprised. Clean Clean Clean with lovely furnishings and a welcoming vibe. The kitchen was extremely well appointed and had everything we needed to cook large family meals. We would gladly return. Thank you.

Submitted Jun 05, 2017

We loved this house!

5/5

Stayed Aug 2016

Frank H.

This beautiful home and setting exceeded all of our expectations. We were in the Finger Lakes for a family wedding and wanted to find a place that we could be together, but still have our own space. The house is very inviting and the furniture is comfortable. The decorating is lovely and the space was more than we had hoped for. I don't think anyone spent anytime in the living room or formal dining room because we all enjoyed being together in the breakfast room and family room. Two of the groom's Aunts came (on from CA and one from NE) and it was nice that they could have the upstairs bedrooms and bat all to themselves. We went to Ithaca to pick them up at the airport and stopped by Wegman's Food Store, which was a real shopping experience for them. We ended up going there 3 days in a row. There is a food store, liquor store, ice cream and other shops and restaurants less than a half mile from the house. We had dinner at "Little Venice" in Trumansburg two nights in a row. It is only a 10 minute walk. My son and his fiance went to the "Rongo" and enjoyed the live music (they bought a CD of the group that was playing). After the reception, on Saturday afternoon we had about a dozen people stop by for dessert. Everyone raved about the house. The Gazebo was a perfect setting for more pictures. Sunday we made arrangements to take a tour and do a wine tasting at Heart and Hands Winery. It is on the other side of Cayuga Lake in Union Springs. Great tour and great wine! My favorite spot was on the covered patio where I had my coffee every morning. I was hoping to see some deer, and two fawns walked through the yard a few times. The pool and covered patio saved the day when the grandchildren came. We were able to cook, drink and relax and still keep an eye on all of them. There is plenty of yard space for fun and games. A also wanted to mention that the kitchen is so well stocked with dishes, glasses and every appliance (blenders, food processors, crock pot, etc.) you could want. I would love to stay here again on any future trips.

Submitted Aug 29, 2016

Beautiful property and kind owner!!!

5/5

Stayed Jul 2016

Corey W.

The owner went out of her way to SAVE our family vacation after the property we had originally booked was unexpectedly not available. We lucked out! White Gazebo Inn is a beautiful place, with lovely old evergreens and a historic barn and gazebo. The beds were very comfortable, and the layout of the house allowed flexibility in our sleeping arrangements. The kitchen is well-stocked, and opens to an eating nook and family room with TV, which was perfect for the kids on lazy mornings. The pool is awesome, large and and well-maintained with room to lounge about in the sun or shade. The nearby cottage is very cute and well-suited to a couple. We enjoyed nightly dinners on the lovely outdoor terrace, badminton on the expansive lawn, and tennis at the high school across the street. The location is very convenient in downtown Trumansburg, but it feels like you are out in the country. We loved the frozen custard within walking distance of the house, great NY pizza, and Taughannock Falls just down the road. The owner is wonderful, even making an extra trip to the post office during our stay to retrieve our package. Thank you, Christine!

Submitted Aug 17, 2016

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Location

Trumansburg, NY, USA

The first Winery on the Cayuga Wine Trail (west side) is one mile away! Taughannock State Park is less than 2 miles away, with full access to Cayuga Lake: Canoe and Kayak rentals available there, with no transport required to put in, a swimming area, boat ramps, fishing sites, and hiking trails to the world famous Taughannock Falls.

Rates & Availability

Taxes and fees are additional

Additional information about rental rates

Cleaning fee

$200

Property Damage Protection

$99

The cozy cottage is available to rent with the main house at an additional $500 a week.
If the cozy cottage is not rented with the main house then we reserve to rent it with the pool area being shared among guests. Weekly rate of $1200 ( 7 nights)
There is absolutely no smoking anywhere on the grounds.